Posted: 14/03/2024
Closing Date: 12/05/2024
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Nature and Term: Fixed term / Full time
Salary band: $77,112.00 - $87,822.00
Location: Otautahi – Christchurch
We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and experienced Executive Assistant to join our team at Te Putahitanga o Te Waipounamu! This pivotal role provides comprehensive support to our Pouarahi (CE) and serves as a vital liaison for our GPL Board.
Mo matou - Our organisation
As the Whanau Ora Commissioning Agency for the South Island, Te Putahitanga o Te Waipounamu contributes to realising the power of the Whanau Ora approach by developing strategies based on four guiding principles:
• Kotahitanga - collaborative approach to integrated solutions and delivery
• Kainga focus - local solutions. Whanau initiated solutions are best
• Panoni hou - innovation through investing in new solutions, encouraging social innovation and entrepreneurship to incentivise new services, new approaches and integrated solutions
• Kokiritanga - partnering for success.
Te Putahitanga o Te Waipounamu works to support and enable whanau to create sustained social impact. We do this by developing and investing in ideas and initiatives that improve outcomes for Maori, underpinned by whanau-centred principles and strategies.
Job Description Ko ta matou mahi - Our role
In this key role, you'll offer direct support to our Pouarahi (CE) and act as a key liaison for the GPL Board Secretariat, ensuring smooth operation of our executive functions. Your tasks will include managing communications, organising schedules, preparing materials for meetings, and facilitating the flow of information. This position is crucial for maintaining the effectiveness of our leadership and governance, requiring a mix of administrative expertise, strategic thinking, and cultural awareness to support our mission of empowering whanau across Te Waipounamu.
Responsibilities include:
• Email and diary management, ensuring efficient scheduling and communication.
• Coordination and preparation for meetings, including briefing papers, minute-taking, and organising catering.
• Administrative and secretarial support, encompassing document editing, filing, and special project assistance.
• Management of travel arrangements for the Pouarahi, GPL, and Te Taumata, maintaining seamless logistics.
Desired Skills and Experience Ou pukenga - What you will bring
• Proven senior administrative experience (3-5 years preferred)
• Strong command of MS Office and business writing
• Knowledge or interest in Whanau Ora and commissioning models
• Fluency in Te Reo Maori and understanding of tikanga (preferred)
• Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented approach
Additionally, this role will require someone with excellent interpersonal skills, coupled with a high level of professionalism to support the initiatives of this significant, whanau focused organisation.
A working understanding of kaupapa Maori will be essential in being able to provide strategic support to the Te Putahitanga team and key stakeholders.
If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding new opportunity to support the realisation of Whanau Ora, then this role is for you.
Nga hua – Benefits / What's in it for you?
• Passionate, motivated, and caring colleagues
• A workplace founded on te ao Maori and tikanga Maori
• A job that contributes to making a difference for whanau.
• Hauora/Wellbeing benefits
• Modern spacious office in central city location
• Onsite parking
If you are an experienced Executive or Personal Assistant with excellent people skills, business acumen and an exemplary work ethic, we want to hear from you.
Me pehea te tono - How to apply Click the link to apply now.
Be sure to attach a current CV and a Cover Letter advising us why you would be an excellent fit for the role.
If you would like a copy of the full position description or for any further information, please email Tangata Ora - ******
Applications close on Sunday 12 May 2024
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